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COVID-19 Updates and Resources

As the world continues to respond to the developing Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) outbreak, officials are working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in monitoring the outbreak as well as taking steps to protect our communities and public health.

COVID-19 Information:

What is coronavirus?Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses, some causing illness in people and others circulating among animals, including camels, cats and bats. The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new virus that causes respiratory illness in people
and can spread from person-to-person. This virus was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China.

What are the symptoms of the coronavirus?Symptoms of the COVID-19 can include:

Fever

Cough

Shortness of breath

The symptoms may appear in as few as two days or as long as 14 days after exposure. Reported illnesses have ranged from people with little to no symptoms to people being severely ill and dying.

How can the coronavirus spread?Human coronaviruses spread just like the flu or a cold:

Through the air by coughing or sneezing;

Close personal contact, such as touching or shaking hands;

Touching an object or surface with the virus on it;

Occasionally, fecal contamination.

How can I protect myself?Prevention:

Cover coughs or sneezes with your elbow. Do not use your hands!

Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.